Summary:
The Burlington-Edison School District in Washington state is home to three high schools: Burlington Edison High School, Burlington-Edison Alternative School, and Open Doors. While Burlington Edison High School is the largest and most diverse, the alternative schools struggle with lower academic performance, graduation rates, and higher dropout rates.
Burlington Edison High School is the district's main high school, with a diverse student population and a 4-year graduation rate of 86.4%. However, its academic performance, as measured by SBAC/WCAS proficiency rates, lags behind the state averages in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. In contrast, the smaller alternative schools, Burlington-Edison Alternative School and Open Doors, have higher percentages of Hispanic students and significantly lower graduation rates, with dropout rates as high as 27.7%.
The data suggests that the Burlington-Edison School District needs to address the disparities in academic performance and educational outcomes across its high schools, particularly focusing on the unique challenges faced by students in alternative education settings. Ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students, regardless of their background or school choice, should be a priority for the district.
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